Ibrahim Mbaye scores for Senegal in World Cup loss to France
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:55 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Senegal's World Cup campaign began with a 3-1 loss to France on June 16, 2026. Despite the defeat, 18-year-old Ibrahim Mbaye showcased his talent by scoring Senegal's lone goal as a substitute. The match saw Senegal competing well in the first half before conceding three goals after halftime. Mbaye's goal makes him the fourth-youngest player to score in World Cup history, and he is the youngest African player to achieve this feat. Senegal looks to build on Mbaye's promising performance in their upcoming matches.
- •Senegal loses 3-1 to France in their World Cup opener.
- •Ibrahim Mbaye scores at 18 years and 143 days old.
- •Mbaye is the fourth-youngest scorer in World Cup history.
- •Senegal hopes to leverage Mbaye's potential in the tournament.
- •The team now looks ahead to future matches after the defeat.
- 9:55 PMYahoo Sports — Youngest players to score in the World Cup: Where Senegal teenager Ibrahim Mbaye ranks on all-time list
"Senegal allowed three goals in a loss to France, but 18-year-old Ibrahim Mbaye was a bright spot.
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